edgewise
The word “edgewise” has 2 syllables: edge-wise.
It's pronounced as /ˈɛdʒˌwaɪz/.
What is synonym and antonym for edgewise?
In the thesaurus, “edgewise” has 2 synonyms and 2 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for edgewise along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for edgewise
- sideways
- sidewise
Antonyms for edgewise
- right
- straight
Meanings of edgewise
- adjective
- Edgeways.
- adverb
- Edgeways.
- As if by an edge.
Example Sentences
- Despite the heated argument, he couldn't get a word in edgewise.
- The children were talking so loudly that I couldn't hear myself think, let alone get a sentence in edgewise.
- She tried to interject some wisdom into the conversation, but nobody would let her speak edgewise.
- The comedian was so funny that the audience couldn't stop laughing, not even to let him get a joke in edgewise.
- In the middle of the chaos, I managed to slip a question in edgewise during the meeting.
On this page you'll find 4 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to edgewise, such as: right, sideways, sidewise, straight.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
edgeways
- edgewise
- sideways